Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Riviera Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Riviera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Riviera Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Riviera Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Riviera Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3234 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
70%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Riviera Elementary School's ranking?
West Riviera Elementary School is ranked #3234 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Riviera Elementary School often compared to?
West Riviera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Conservatory School At North Palm Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Riviera Elementary School?
539 students attend West Riviera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Riviera Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Riviera Elementary School?
West Riviera Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Riviera Elementary School offer ?
West Riviera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Riviera Elementary School part of?
West Riviera Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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